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Galloping isn’t such hard work for horses
For the first time, external mechanical work in galloping racehorses has been measured using force plates as ergometers. The results of this study, conducted by Royal Veterinary College (RVC) researchers in the Structure and Motion Laboratory, have … -
During the past decade, education campaigns from major animal welfare and veterinary organisations warning of the health consequences of these body shapes have not resulted in the desired reduction in popularity of these high-risk breeds, and indeed some breeds such as the French bulldog have paradoxically increased in numbers in the face of strong messaging.
Understanding brachycephalic ownership
It has become increasingly clear that understanding the motivations and desires of both current and prospective brachycephalic dog owners is key to devising more targeted human behaviour change interventions in the future. To date, RVC work in this area has uncovered a number of key findings.
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RVC's Prof Christine Nicol wins medal for poultry welfare science
We are delighted to announce that our own Professor Christine Nicol, presented the prestigious Gordon Memorial Trust Lecture at this year’s WPSA conference on the 13th of April, Christine enthralled attendees with her lecture titled – ‘Whither …We are delighted to announce that our own Professor Christine Nicol, presented the …
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Winter newsletters now available
We are always keen to share our project progress and research findings with interested parties. Please see our VetCompass Winter newsletter to read about our latest data updates, information about our exciting new infographics and recent research … -
VetComapss at WSAVA/FECAVA Congress 2017
The 42nd Congress of WSAVA/FECAVA took place in Denmark from Sept 23-28, 2017. Denmark is the Land of Fairy Tales, a small country measured in acres but large in spirit and history, and the congress was a huge success. Breed–related health comprised … -
Welcome to our new team member Camilla Pegram
We are delighted to welcome Camilla Pegram to the team. Camilla obtained a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine from The Royal Veterinary College in 2015 and has since been working in first opinion small animal practice. She developed an interest in … -
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RVC academic leads study examining bacteria in chickens which leave thousands of people unwell every year
RVC academic leads study examining bacteria in chickens which leave thousands of people unwell every yearA new study published in the Scientific Reports journal, led by Royal Veterinary College (RVC) …
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For practices
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Royal Veterinary College amongst recipients of first-ever Turing Network Development Awards
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been named amongst the first-ever successful applicants to receive The Alan Turing Institute’s Network Development Award. This will see the RVC awarded £24,953 in research funding which will enhance its work …The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been named amongst the first-ever successful applicants to …